https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=790278 In prosecutions for grave GST evasion, bail remains discretionary because custody-based provisions under BNSS do not create an indefeasible right to release. Where investigation materials, electronic evidence, and statements prima facie indicate a structured network using fake firms, bogus invoices, and false e-way bills, the alleged conduct may be treated as a serious economic offence warranting a stricter approach. The period already spent in custody, by itself, is insufficient to justify enlargement on bail where the risk of tampering and the interests of justice weigh against release. Bail was therefore declined. en-us Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0530 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:41:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=790278 In prosecutions for grave GST evasion, bail remains discretionary because custody-based provisions under BNSS do not create an indefeasible right to release. Where investigation materials, electronic evidence, and statements prima facie indicate a structured network using fake firms, bogus invoices, and false e-way bills, the alleged conduct may be treated as a serious economic offence warranting a stricter approach. The period already spent in custody, by itself, is insufficient to justify enlargement on bail where the risk of tampering and the interests of justice weigh against release. Bail was therefore declined. Case-Laws GST Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=790278